HM Lived with Anterograde Amnesia

question 127

Multiple Choice

H.M. lived with anterograde amnesia. Given the description of his condition in the textbook, what would have been the hardest thing for patient H.M. to do?

• A)Form memories of new experiences
• B)Recognize that he has a memory problem
• C)Speak fluently
• D)Recall details of his childhood

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Definitions:

Documentation

The act of recording and maintaining detailed records of events, processes, or procedures.

Quality Process

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Change-Of-Shift Report

A communication process between healthcare professionals to transfer patient care information at the end of one shift and the beginning of the next.

Patient's Attitudes

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